2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Mustang | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
